Series 1600
Fixed with Project Out Vent or Casement
(Historic or Landmark Series)
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Insulated Glass - up to 1 1/4” o.a.
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Thermal Break Vent and Frame
Rigid Hollow Aluminum Extrusions
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White Bronze Hardware
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Double Crimped Corner Key Construction
at Both Vents and Master Frame
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Heavy Duty 4-Bar Stainless Steel Hinges
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Historical Design Attributes
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Monumental Steel Sight Lines
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Putty Reveal
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Exterior Profile Grids
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Simulated Divided Lites
Flexible Vent Location, Including
Floating Center Vent
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3 1/4” Frame Depth
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Exterior Fins & Trims Available
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Receptor Systems & Strap Anchors Available
TEST DATA:
All testing conducted by a recognized independent testing laboratory as approved by the American Architectural
Manufacturer’s Association and as CERTIFIED by AAMA in testing and production.
Complete test report available upon request.
Structural Performance Class (AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-05)
(60 x 96 Test Size)
AW-70
Water Test Pressure
15.00 PSF
Air Infiltration
0.09 cfm/ft2
0.06 cfm/ft2
@ 6.24 PSF (50 mph)
@ 14 PSF (75 mph)
Forced Entry Resistance (Excluding Impact)
No Entry
Test results are based on independent laboratory testing of sizes prescribed by the corresponding
AAMA test procedures. Actual field conditions, locations or variations in window size may introduce
some deviation between these results and actual installed performance.
Customization and alternate details can be provided to fit your specific needs.
Speak to your NORTHERN sales engineer for further information.
NORTHERN BUILDING PRODUCTS, Inc.
111 Central Ave., Teterboro, New Jersey 07608
Tel. (201) 943 – 6400 Fax (201) 943 – 1282
www.northernbuildingproducts.com
Series 1600 Fixed with Project Out Vent or Casement
FEATURES:
3.11
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL:
All aluminum windows of the type and sizes shown in the plans and/or as called for in this
specification shall be furnished with all necessary hardware, anchors and miscellaneous
equipment as herein specified and manufactured by Northern Building Products, Inc.,
Teterboro, NJ. This product shall meet or exceed all requirements for Grade Level F/APAW70.
MATERIAL:
Aluminum shall be of commercial quality aluminum alloy 6063-T6, free from defects impairing
strength and durability. This thermal window shall be constructed from specially designed,
heavy gauge, extruded sections split with a structural thermal break in accordance with
Northern Building Products, Inc. standards and drawings. Sash and master frame sections
shall be all of tubular design.
CONSTRUCTION:
The main window frame shall be no less than 3.25” in depth. All corners of both operating vents
and frames shall be in mitered, reinforced with heavy duty aluminum corner anchors, two per
corner, and hydraulically crimped and sealed to form weather tight corner construction.
Operating vents shall be re-glazed from interior with removable glazing beads.
HARDWARE:
All fasteners, screws, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening devices shall be of aluminum,
stainless steel or other non-corrosive material compatible with aluminum. All exposed parts of
hardware shall be of stainless steel, or white bronze die cast. All latching arrangements shall be
easily repaired or replaced without disassembly of sash members. Each operating vent shall
have two (2) Heavy Duty Stainless Steel 4-bar concealed hinges, cam handle(s) and strikes
made from white bronze with US-25-D polished natural finish.
FINISH:
The exposed surface shall be clean and free from serious surface blemishes. Standard finish
shall be Polycron or Durocron electrostatically applied acrylic enamel finish baked on for
maximum durability. White and bronze are standard colors. Custom painted and anodized
finishes available upon request.
WEATHERSTRIPPING:
EPDM type weatherseal shall be continuously provided around vent perimeter held in extruded
ports to prevent loss when operating the vent.
THERMAL BARRIER:
All window sections shall be of thermal break design, using a poured solid polyurethane thermal
barrier. After polyurethane becomes solid, frame section shall be debridged preventing any
contact between interior and exterior metal forming a thermal barrier.
Series 1600 Fixed with Project Out Vent or Casement
SERIES 1600
Fixed with Project Out Vent or Casement
(Historic or Landmark Series)
Grade Level F/AP-AW70
3.11 SPECIFICATIONS 1600
SERIES 1600 - Fixed with Project Out Vent or Casement
(Historic or Landmark Series)
Series 1600 Fixed with Project Out Vent or Casement
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3.11 SPECIFICATIONS 1600
PERFORMANCE:
Manufacturer shall furnish an affidavit of certified test report from an independent testing
laboratory indicating that the window has satisfactorily met the performance requirements for
Grade Level F/AP-AW70 (in 60 x 96 test size).
GLAZING:
Sash shall be glazed with up to 1 1/4” insulating glass. All lites of glass to be of type as
specified in attached glass specification. All units shall have silicone heel bead applied.
GLASS:
Standard factory glazing shall be double strength, 1” insulating glass. Specialty glazed units
shall also be available.
BEVELED EDGE SASH / SIMULATED DIVIDED LITES:
Moving & Fixed lites shall have extruded exterior Putty Reveal on all four sides. Extruded,
exterior & interior, standard & custom profile muntin grids shall be available. “Between the
glass” muntin grids shall also be an option. Exterior muntin grids shall not reduce the 1” o.a.
Insulated Glass thickness.
RECEPTOR SYSTEM/SILL STARTER: (Optional)
Two (2) part extruded thermal break aluminum receptor system and sill starter shall be
available.
EXTERIOR PANNING SYSTEM: (Optional)
Exterior panning, where used, shall be extruded aluminum of 6063-T6 aluminum alloy.
Aluminum section shall be one piece designed to lock around the entire window frame, shall
completely cover exterior of the window frame, and shall be a completely weather-tight
connection, but shall allow unrestricted expansion and contraction of panning members and
window frame. The panning section shall be secured at the corners with screws into extruded
grooves.
INTERIOR TRIM: (Optional)
Snap trim, closures and angles shall be extruded shapes. Snap on trim dimensions shall vary
according to job conditions.
INSTALLATION:
All windows shall be set plumb and square and securely anchored as per drawings. All
windows shall be set in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, without
springing, forcing or distorting. Head and sill shall be aligned parallel and square with jambs
unless otherwise indicated for aesthetic appeal. Completion of installation shall leave windows
thoroughly operable.